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Create Your Own Vision Board

Saturday, January 10, 2026 at 2:00pm - 3:30pm
North Carroll Large Meeting Room at North Carroll Branch
Program Type:
Health and Wellness
Age Group:
Adults

Have you made New Year's goals or resolutions? A vision board may be just the tool you need to help you focus on achieving them. Design a board that makes you feel great and inspires your plans for the future.

Open
Registration Required
Registration will close on January 10, 2026 @ 2:00pm.
Location: North Carroll Branch
Room: North Carroll Large Meeting Room
Age Group:
Adults

Program Type: Health and Wellness
Registration Required
Description:

Have you made New Year's goals or resolutions? A vision board may be just the tool you need to help you focus on achieving them. Design a board that makes you feel great and inspires your plans for the future.

Disclaimer(s)

All attendees need to register.

This event is in the "Teens" group

Nintendo Afternoon

Saturday, January 10, 2026 at 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Westminster Young Adult Window Display at Westminster Branch
Program Type:
Fun and Games, STEM/STEAM
Age Group:
11 - 17, Teens

Join us in our Young Adult Area for gaming on our Nintendo Switch. Bring your friends and take turns playing Mario Kart, Super Smash Bros., and more. Games will be provided. 

Location: Westminster Branch
Room: Westminster Young Adult Window Display
Age Group:
( 11 - 17 )
Teens

Program Type: Fun and Games, STEM/STEAM
Description:

Join us in our Young Adult Area for gaming on our Nintendo Switch. Bring your friends and take turns playing Mario Kart, Super Smash Bros., and more. Games will be provided. 

This event is in the "Kids" group

TTRPG Afternoon

Saturday, January 10, 2026 at 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Mount Airy Small Meeting Room at Mount Airy Branch
Program Type:
Fun and Games
Age Group:
Kids, 6 - 11

Let's learn to play a tabletop role-playing game at the library!

Location: Mount Airy Branch
Room: Mount Airy Small Meeting Room
Age Group:
Kids ( 6 - 11 )

Program Type: Fun and Games
Description:

Let's learn to play a tabletop role-playing game at the library!

This event is in the "Everyone" group

RoboCavs Robotic Demonstration

Saturday, January 10, 2026 at 3:30pm - 4:30pm
Eldersburg Large Meeting Room at Eldersburg Branch
Program Type:
STEM/STEAM
Age Group:
Everyone, All Ages

Come see South Carroll High School's robotics team, the RoboCavs, in action! Join us for this short, interactive program where attendees can see the competition robot and learn how it was designed, built, and programmed by students.

Location: Eldersburg Branch
Room: Eldersburg Large Meeting Room
Age Group:
Everyone ( All Ages )

Program Type: STEM/STEAM
Description:

Come see South Carroll High School's robotics team, the RoboCavs, in action! Join us for this short, interactive program where attendees can see the competition robot and learn how it was designed, built, and programmed by students.

This event is in the "Adults" group

Carroll County Critique Group

Saturday, January 10, 2026 at 3:30pm - 4:45pm
Finksburg Large Meeting Room at Finksburg Branch
Age Group:
Adults

Please join the monthly meeting of the Carroll County Critique Group.

Location: Finksburg Branch
Room: Finksburg Large Meeting Room
Age Group:
Adults

Description:

Please join the monthly meeting of the Carroll County Critique Group.

This event is in the "Kids" group

Family Storytime

Monday, January 12, 2026 at 9:30am - 10:30am
Eldersburg Large Meeting Room at Eldersburg Branch
Program Type:
Storytime
Age Group:
Kids, Birth - 8
Family Storytime:

We’ll share books, stories, rhymes, music, and movement. Come talk, sing, read, write, and play together in a format appropriate for young children. 

Location: Eldersburg Branch
Room: Eldersburg Large Meeting Room
Age Group:
Kids ( Birth - 8 )

Program Type: Storytime

We’ll share books, stories, rhymes, music, and movement. Come talk, sing, read, write, and play together in a format appropriate for young children. 

Disclaimer(s)

The library is committed to making programs available to everyone. Persons requiring assistance are encouraged to discuss needs with a librarian. 

This event is in the "Kids" group

Family Storytime

Monday, January 12, 2026 at 10:00am - 10:30am
Mount Airy Large Meeting Room at Mount Airy Branch
Program Type:
Storytime
Age Group:
Kids, Birth - 8
Family Storytime:

We’ll share books, stories, rhymes, music, and movement. Come talk, sing, read, write, and play together in a format appropriate for young children. 

Location: Mount Airy Branch
Room: Mount Airy Large Meeting Room
Age Group:
Kids ( Birth - 8 )

Program Type: Storytime

We’ll share books, stories, rhymes, music, and movement. Come talk, sing, read, write, and play together in a format appropriate for young children. 

Disclaimer(s)

The library is committed to making programs available to everyone. Persons requiring assistance are encouraged to discuss needs with a librarian. 

Siblings are welcome to attend this program.

This event is in the "Kids" group

Family Storytime

Monday, January 12, 2026 at 10:00am - 11:00am
Westminster Large Meeting Room (Staff Use Only) at Westminster Branch
Program Type:
Storytime
Age Group:
Kids, Birth - 8
Family Storytime:

We’ll share books, stories, rhymes, music, and movement. Come talk, sing, read, write, and play together in a format appropriate for young children. 

Location: Westminster Branch
Room: Westminster Large Meeting Room (Staff Use Only)
Age Group:
Kids ( Birth - 8 )

Program Type: Storytime

We’ll share books, stories, rhymes, music, and movement. Come talk, sing, read, write, and play together in a format appropriate for young children. 

Disclaimer(s)

The library is committed to making programs available to everyone. Persons requiring assistance are encouraged to discuss needs with a librarian. 

This event is in the "Kids" group

Read and Play

Monday, January 12, 2026 at 10:00am - 11:00am
North Carroll Large Meeting Room at North Carroll Branch
Program Type:
Storytime
Age Group:
Kids, Birth - 24 Months
Read and Play:

Join your little one at a storytime featuring interactive books, rhymes, music, and movement, followed by playgroup activities that allow children to practice skills and socialize....

Location: North Carroll Branch
Room: North Carroll Large Meeting Room
Age Group:
Kids ( Birth - 24 Months )

Program Type: Storytime

Join your little one at a storytime featuring interactive books, rhymes, music, and movement, followed by playgroup activities that allow children to practice skills and socialize.

Disclaimer(s)

The library is committed to making programs available to everyone. Persons requiring assistance are encouraged to discuss needs with a librarian. 

This event is in the "Kids" group

Play and Explore

Monday, January 12, 2026 at 10:30am - 11:30am
Eldersburg Large Meeting Room at Eldersburg Branch
Program Type:
Fun and Games
Age Group:
Kids, Birth - 5

Come play with us! Help your child practice fine motor, gross motor, and social/emotional skills through the art of play! A large variety of engaging toys and materials will be available.

Location: Eldersburg Branch
Room: Eldersburg Large Meeting Room
Age Group:
Kids ( Birth - 5 )

Program Type: Fun and Games
Description:

Come play with us! Help your child practice fine motor, gross motor, and social/emotional skills through the art of play! A large variety of engaging toys and materials will be available.

Disclaimer(s)

The library is committed to making programs available to everyone. Persons requiring assistance are encouraged to discuss needs with a librarian. 

This event is in the "Kids" group

Let's Move!

Monday, January 12, 2026 at 11:00am - 11:30am
Mount Airy Large Meeting Room at Mount Airy Branch
Program Type:
Storytime
Age Group:
Kids, Birth - 8

Join us for an interactive storytime where we're learning through movement. We'll explore books, rhymes, and songs with lots of wiggles and giggles!

Location: Mount Airy Branch
Room: Mount Airy Large Meeting Room
Age Group:
Kids ( Birth - 8 )

Program Type: Storytime
Description:

Join us for an interactive storytime where we're learning through movement. We'll explore books, rhymes, and songs with lots of wiggles and giggles!

Disclaimer(s)

The library is committed to making programs available to everyone. Persons requiring assistance are encouraged to discuss needs with a librarian. 

Siblings are welcome to attend this program.

This event is in the "Kids" group

Alphabet Train

Monday, January 12, 2026 at 11:00am - 12:00pm
North Carroll Large Meeting Room at North Carroll Branch
Program Type:
Storytime
Age Group:
Kids, 3 - 6
Alphabet Train:

Climb aboard each week to explore a different letter of the alphabet through books, songs, and activities. All adult caregivers are welcome.

Location: North Carroll Branch
Room: North Carroll Large Meeting Room
Age Group:
Kids ( 3 - 6 )

Program Type: Storytime

Climb aboard each week to explore a different letter of the alphabet through books, songs, and activities. All adult caregivers are welcome.

Disclaimer(s)

The library is committed to making programs available to everyone. Persons requiring assistance are encouraged to discuss needs with a librarian. 

This event is in the "Kids" group

Alphabet Train

Monday, January 12, 2026 at 11:00am - 12:00pm
Finksburg Large Meeting Room at Finksburg Branch
Program Type:
Storytime
Age Group:
Kids, 3 - 6
Alphabet Train:

Climb aboard each week to explore a different letter of the alphabet through books, songs, and activities. All adult caregivers are welcome.

Location: Finksburg Branch
Room: Finksburg Large Meeting Room
Age Group:
Kids ( 3 - 6 )

Program Type: Storytime

Climb aboard each week to explore a different letter of the alphabet through books, songs, and activities. All adult caregivers are welcome.

Disclaimer(s)

The library is committed to making programs available to everyone. Persons requiring assistance are encouraged to discuss needs with a librarian. 

This event is in the "Teens" group
This event is in the "Adults" group

Eldersburg Hooked on Crochet

Monday, January 12, 2026 at 12:30pm - 2:30pm
Eldersburg Large Meeting Room at Eldersburg Branch
Program Type:
DIY Arts and Crafts
Age Group:
Teens, 12 - Adults, Adults

Join this friendly crochet group open to beginners and experienced crocheters alike. Those new to crocheting should bring a size J hook and a light-colored, worsted-weight yarn to the class.

Location: Eldersburg Branch
Room: Eldersburg Large Meeting Room
Age Group:
Teens ( 12 - Adults )
Adults

Program Type: DIY Arts and Crafts
Description:

Join this friendly crochet group open to beginners and experienced crocheters alike. Those new to crocheting should bring a size J hook and a light-colored, worsted-weight yarn to the class.

Disclaimer(s)

The library is committed to making programs available to everyone. Persons requiring assistance are encouraged to discuss needs with a librarian. 

This event is in the "Teens" group
This event is in the "Adults" group

Books and Bites: Biographies and Blondies

Monday, January 12, 2026 at 1:00pm - 2:30pm
Exploration Commons Kitchen at Exploration Commons
Program Type:
Book Clubs, Cooking
Age Group:
Teens, 16 - Adults, Adults

Let's meet in the Teaching Kitchen to make Vanilla Cardamom Blondies. While they bake, enjoy some tea and join in a discussion of the newest biographies led by Westminster Branch librarians.

Full
Registration Required
Payment Required
Registration is closed because the event is full.
Location: Exploration Commons
Room: Exploration Commons Kitchen
Age Group:
Teens ( 16 - Adults )
Adults

Program Type: Book Clubs, Cooking
Registration Required
Payment Required
Description:

Let's meet in the Teaching Kitchen to make Vanilla Cardamom Blondies. While they bake, enjoy some tea and join in a discussion of the newest biographies led by Westminster Branch librarians.

Disclaimer(s)

Registration verifies your acceptance of Exploration Commons' program cancellation and kitchen safety procedures.

The Exploration Commons kitchen is not an allergen-free facility.

Closed-toed shoes are required in the teaching kitchen.

This event is in the "Kids" group

Curious Kids

Monday, January 12, 2026 at 4:30pm - 5:30pm
Eldersburg Large Meeting Room at Eldersburg Branch
Program Type:
STEM/STEAM
Age Group:
Kids, 5 - 8

Calling all curious kids! Join us each session to share a story, art project, and hands-on STEM activity. Children and adults can have fun and get messy together! Food and natural items may be present.

Location: Eldersburg Branch
Room: Eldersburg Large Meeting Room
Age Group:
Kids ( 5 - 8 )

Program Type: STEM/STEAM
Description:

Calling all curious kids! Join us each session to share a story, art project, and hands-on STEM activity. Children and adults can have fun and get messy together! Food and natural items may be present.

This event is in the "Adults" group

Open Mah Jongg

Monday, January 12, 2026 at 5:00pm - 7:45pm
Westminster Branch
Program Type:
Fun and Games
Age Group:
Adults

Join us for a friendly game of casual, non-competitive American Mah Jongg. This program is for experienced and newer players with some play experience. An instructor will be present. Please bring a current National Mah Jongg League card.

Location: Westminster Branch
Age Group:
Adults

Program Type: Fun and Games
Description:

Join us for a friendly game of casual, non-competitive American Mah Jongg. This program is for experienced and newer players with some play experience. An instructor will be present. Please bring a current National Mah Jongg League card.

This event is in the "Adults" group

Open Mah Jongg

Monday, January 12, 2026 at 5:30pm - 7:45pm
Eldersburg Mid-Size Meeting Room at Eldersburg Branch
Program Type:
Fun and Games
Age Group:
Adults

Join us for a friendly game of American Mah Jongg. We welcome experienced players and newer players for casual, non-competitive play. Please bring a current National Mah Jongg League card. If you don’t have a card, one will be provided.

Location: Eldersburg Branch
Room: Eldersburg Mid-Size Meeting Room
Age Group:
Adults

Program Type: Fun and Games
Description:

Join us for a friendly game of American Mah Jongg. We welcome experienced players and newer players for casual, non-competitive play. Please bring a current National Mah Jongg League card. If you don’t have a card, one will be provided.

Disclaimer(s)

The library is committed to making programs available to everyone. Persons requiring assistance are encouraged to discuss needs with a librarian. 

This event is in the "Teens" group
This event is in the "Adults" group

3D Printing for Absolute Beginners

Monday, January 12, 2026 at 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Exploration Commons Classroom at Exploration Commons
Program Type:
STEM/STEAM, Technology and Maker
Age Group:
Teens, 12 - Adults, Adults

What's a 3D print, and how do you make it? In this class, we'll go over everything you need to know to get started with 3D printing. From materials to software to finding files online, this class will teach you the very basics. 

Waitlist
Registration Required
Capacity has been reached. Additional registrants will be placed on the waitlist.
Location: Exploration Commons
Room: Exploration Commons Classroom
Age Group:
Teens ( 12 - Adults )
Adults

Program Type: STEM/STEAM, Technology and Maker
Registration Required
Description:

What's a 3D print, and how do you make it? In this class, we'll go over everything you need to know to get started with 3D printing. From materials to software to finding files online, this class will teach you the very basics. 

Disclaimer(s)

All attendees need to register.

This event is in the "Adults" group

Come Create

Monday, January 12, 2026 at 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Taneytown Large Meeting Room at Taneytown Branch
Program Type:
DIY Arts and Crafts
Age Group:
Adults

Doing crafts improves your mood, reduces stress, and is fun! Explore your inner artist. All supplies will be provided.

Waitlist
Registration Required
Capacity has been reached. Additional registrants will be placed on the waitlist.
Location: Taneytown Branch
Room: Taneytown Large Meeting Room
Age Group:
Adults

Program Type: DIY Arts and Crafts
Registration Required
Description:

Doing crafts improves your mood, reduces stress, and is fun! Explore your inner artist. All supplies will be provided.

Disclaimer(s)

The library is committed to making programs available to everyone. Persons requiring assistance are encouraged to discuss needs with a librarian. 

All attendees need to register.

This event is in the "Teens" group

Winter Gnomes

Monday, January 12, 2026 at 6:00pm - 7:00pm
North Carroll Large Meeting Room at North Carroll Branch
Program Type:
DIY Arts and Crafts
Age Group:
10 - 17, Teens

Join us to make winter-themed gnomes out of a variety of different materials.

Open
Registration Required
Registration will close on January 12, 2026 @ 6:00pm.
Location: North Carroll Branch
Room: North Carroll Large Meeting Room
Age Group:
( 10 - 17 )
Teens

Program Type: DIY Arts and Crafts
Registration Required
Description:

Join us to make winter-themed gnomes out of a variety of different materials.

This event is in the "Adults" group

Veterans Book Club: The Forgers

Monday, January 12, 2026 at 6:00pm - 7:45pm
Finksburg Large Meeting Room at Finksburg Branch
Program Type:
Book Clubs
Age Group:
Adults

In partnership with the Carroll County Veterans Advisory Council, we invite veterans, current military and reservists, and family members to join us for an evening of discussion, fellowship, and camaraderie. This month's selection is The

Location: Finksburg Branch
Room: Finksburg Large Meeting Room
Age Group:
Adults

Program Type: Book Clubs
Description:

In partnership with the Carroll County Veterans Advisory Council, we invite veterans, current military and reservists, and family members to join us for an evening of discussion, fellowship, and camaraderie. This month's selection is The

Disclaimer(s)

The library is committed to making programs available to everyone. Persons requiring assistance are encouraged to discuss needs with a librarian. 

Celebrating America fosters a greater sense and understanding of America's history and Carroll County's important role in that history by joining forces with private and public institutions around the county. For more information about the initiative, visit Carroll County's Celebrating America website.

This event is in the "Adults" group

Yoga with Meditation

Monday, January 12, 2026 at 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Eldersburg Large Meeting Room at Eldersburg Branch
Program Type:
Health and Wellness
Age Group:
Adults

Experience the many benefits of yoga and meditation. This class, taught by Rebecca Berg, welcomes students of all levels. Adaptations for using a chair will be shared if participants are uncomfortable getting on the floor.

Open
Registration Required
Registration will close on January 12, 2026 @ 6:30pm.
Location: Eldersburg Branch
Room: Eldersburg Large Meeting Room
Age Group:
Adults

Program Type: Health and Wellness
Registration Required
Description:

Experience the many benefits of yoga and meditation. This class, taught by Rebecca Berg, welcomes students of all levels. Adaptations for using a chair will be shared if participants are uncomfortable getting on the floor.

Disclaimer(s)

All attendees need to register.

This event is in the "Kids" group

Read and Play

Tuesday, January 13, 2026 at 9:30am - 10:30am
Eldersburg Large Meeting Room at Eldersburg Branch
Program Type:
Storytime
Age Group:
Kids, Birth - 24 Months
Read and Play:

Join your little one at a storytime featuring interactive books, rhymes, music, and movement, followed by playgroup activities that allow children to practice skills and socialize....

Location: Eldersburg Branch
Room: Eldersburg Large Meeting Room
Age Group:
Kids ( Birth - 24 Months )

Program Type: Storytime

Join your little one at a storytime featuring interactive books, rhymes, music, and movement, followed by playgroup activities that allow children to practice skills and socialize.

Disclaimer(s)

The library is committed to making programs available to everyone. Persons requiring assistance are encouraged to discuss needs with a librarian.